The Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 is the top-level model in the Wisconsin-based brand’s revamped gravel/endurance range and it’s a belter, especially for those who like a ride style on the racier side of things. It’s light, flickable, nimble and fast, while also focusing on comfort for those longer tours, plus the addition of … Read more
Flat pedals are flat pedals, right? They follow a tried-and-tested design that’s lasted the test of time– a dual-sided platform with a bunch of pins. As designs progress, they’ve got thinner and larger but, Canadian brand, Outlier has lived up to its name by turning the pedal concept on its head with its Pendulum pedal. Best mountain … Read more
While many cyclists assume Ciovita is an Italian cycling apparel company, its origins couldn’t be any further from Europe. The South African brand hails from the bustling, artisanal suburb of Woodstock, located just outside Cape Town’s CBD beneath the backdrop of Table Mountain. The company was founded in 2015 by Andrew Gold – an industry stalwart with 17 years’ worth of experience in … Read more
Camelbak, the brand credited with pioneering the hydration pack, has now ventured into the bikepacking market after 30 years of specialising in hydration solutions. Given its extensive experience, you might expect it to produce bikepacking gear that rivals other leading brands. However, I found the M.U.L.E. 9L saddle pack fell short in several key areas. … Read more
Cannondale rider Josh ‘Ratboy’ Bryceland added to his portfolio of events that bring the biking community together. This time, four years in the making, he goes one step toward being the organiser of his race. Enduro enthusiasts, both pro and newbie, had the opportunity to ride together on the eight stages scattered around his hometown in Cheshire. … Read more
With several brands releasing new products, tech of the week is back to highlight the hottest kit and the week’s most interesting technologies. This week, we’ll take a look at the Whyte E-Lyte Evo, DMR’s new Deathgrip2, the Mondraker Arid and more. Does cycling depend too much on technology? Do technical courses make for better … Read more
This week has been a big one on the release front with some serious names bringing new products to the market. And we’ve been right on top of it as in this week’s Five Cool Things – we check out Whyte’s latest e-mountain bike, the updated DMR Deathgrip2 as well as the new Mint Sauce … Read more
There are only a few products on the market that reach legendary status – the Fox 36, RockShox Pike and Shimano XT, to name a few. DMR’s Deathgrip is one of those products that has become a household name and the first upgrade many will make to their new mountain bikes. Today, in celebration of the upcoming … Read more
For the last decade, Calibre’s Bossnut has been the affordable full-suspension mountain bike for which you didn’t have to make excuses. Bigger wheels and more travel for the Calibre Bossnut Gravel bike vs mountain bike: what are the differences? Best cheap mountain bikes 2024 – budget bikes for all skillsets Created for new mountain bikers, … Read more
Mountain and gravel bikes have a dizzying matrix of component standards and sizes. In the ever-evolving attempt to make things lighter and stronger, sizing and attachment configurations change. That can cause issues, especially when seemingly mild damage to one component, which can mean the end of your riding for many days because you can’t find … Read more
